Solar Service Technician

Why Work at SMA America

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As the U.S. subsidiary of SMA Solar Technology AG, we have been at the forefront of solar inverter technology since 1981, developing solutions that make photovoltaic power plants simpler, more reliable, safer, and more cost effective. Headquartered in Rocklin, California, SMA America has spent more than two decades helping homes, businesses, and utilities across the country generate clean, reliable power. We are the only inverter manufacturer in the world offering solutions for every system size, from residential rooftops to large scale utility plants, backed by more than 1,500 patents and a presence in over 190 countries.

Innovation is only part of the story. We invest in our people, create room to grow, challenge conventional thinking, and protect a culture where teammates genuinely care about each other and the work. We hire capable people and give them the space to do the job, with clear expectations, open door leadership, and real autonomy.

If you are passionate about driving positive change and want a career where you can take ownership of your work, we would love to meet you. Together, we are not just part of the energy transition, we are helping drive it forward.

Senior Solar Service Technician

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Senior Solar Service Technician commissions, troubleshoots and repairs SMA residential and commercial solar inverters and communications products, on site and remotely. As the third level technical expert for the Home and Business Service team, this role resolves the most complex field issues, mentors first and second level support, and works directly with R&D to improve how our products perform in the field.

LOCATION AND WORK MODEL

This position is hybrid and based at our Rocklin, California headquarters, with periodic travel to customer sites across the region. When not in the field, the role follows the Service team’s hybrid schedule and provides remote commissioning and technical support. Candidates should reside within commuting distance of Rocklin.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Commissions SMA residential and commercial solar systems on site and remotely.
• Diagnoses and repairs inverters and communications products on site through the BlueNote repair program.
• Resolves complex and escalated customer issues as the third level technical expert, including field engineering engagements, and serves as the primary customer contact when required.
• Provides remote troubleshooting and technical support by phone and online between field assignments.
• Mentors the first and second level Home and Business Service team and serves as their expert technical resource.
• Partners with R&D to improve the design, performance and serviceability of inverter and communications products.